In Pasadena: The new restaurant and wine bar La Grande Orange Station Café is in a 1935 train depot that was moved and renovated to house it, and locals will appreciate the sense of city history. Facing Pasadena’s Central Park, the outdoor patio is bordered by a Gold Line stop.
In Santa Monica: Even locals will be impressed with the panoramic Pacific view from the Huntley Hotel’s 18th floor, home of the Penthouse at the Huntley. The sleek white interior, large central bar, and secluded booths bring a dash of hip Hollywood to this quiet part of Santa Monica.
In West Hollywood: The dark floors, white walls, and poppy-red glass chandeliers of Murano mark a bright spot on an unassuming block packed with galleries. The Italian menu, combined with a low-key vibe, makes this minimalist bungalow the perfect dinner spot for locals as well as artists.
In Beverly Hills: The new Dodd-Mitchell-designed rooftop lounge known as ABH gets its moniker from its location—above Beverly Hills—atop the new Thompson Beverly Hills Hotel.
